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• Salesforce

• Tesla

• Trump Media

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Salesforce

Salesforce is acquiring data management firm Informatica for $8 billion to strengthen its AI capabilities. The deal, funded by cash and new debt, offers Informatica shareholders $25 per share. Salesforce plans to integrate Informatica’s data tools with its Agentforce AI platform and other products like Data Cloud, MuleSoft, and Tableau. Both companies’ shares rose following the announcement, which follows a series of strategic acquisitions by Salesforce aimed at expanding its technology stack and market influence.

Tesla

Tesla’s car deliveries in Europe dropped sharply in April, falling nearly 50% compared to the same period last year, even as demand for electric vehicles rose overall. The company’s declining image, fueled by Elon Musk’s political endorsements and involvement in conservative U.S. policy efforts, has sparked protests across Europe. Tesla’s product lineup remains unchanged apart from a refresh of the Model Y, while rivals, including China’s BYD, have gained ground with newer models and hybrids, which are increasingly favored by European buyers. Investors are also questioning Musk’s focus amid his growing political commitments.

Trump Media

Trump Media is making a significant shift toward digital finance by securing $2.5 billion from institutional backers to become one of the largest corporate holders of bitcoin. The funding, split between stock and convertible notes, will be used to buy bitcoin as a key reserve asset. This move, paired with partnerships with Anchorage Digital and Crypto.com, positions the company to launch exchange-traded crypto products and deepen its crypto ambitions. Despite its modest revenue and ongoing losses, the company is expanding into financial services, aligning with the broader Trump-led political and economic narrative promoting digital asset adoption.

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